The document summarizes Wrap-It bandages, an American-made compression bandage. It describes the bandages' benefits including preventing repetitive strain injuries, supporting the wrist to help avoid carpal tunnel syndrome, allowing adjustable compression, being latex-free, breathable, and removable without trauma. It lists the bandages' applications in various industries and medical settings.
14. Ergonomic Use of a Wrap-It™ Bandage Regarding Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Other Wrist Issues A Common Factor in developing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and other wrist issues is increased hand use or activity. Repetitive activities are often blamed for the development of CTS. 1 Studies done by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) indicated that job tasks involving highly repetitive manual acts or necessitating wrist bending or other stressful wrist postures (ergonomics) were connected with incidents of CTS or related problems. These studies (Over 30+) conducted by NIOSH were in regards to the occupations of assembly line workers, meat packers, food processors and the like. 2 Hypothyroidism, osteoarthritis, and diabetes are often associated with CTS-like symptoms, as are variables of age, obesity, and wrist dimensions. 3 Our wraps help in all of the above situations. A Wrap-It™ Bandage fits any size wrist and can be used in the prevention of CTS. Our compression elasticity is 100 percent. Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI) can be prevented by the continual support that our bandages provide. And the best part of our bandage support, is that the user can control how much compression is applied by adjusting the wrap themselves. Our wraps do not work as a brace that totally immobilizes the wrist, but allows for supported motion. Ergonomic considerations of proper support are definitely addressed with the use of a Wrap-It™ Bandage! ______________________ 1 . ^ Derebery J (2006). "Work-related carpal tunnel syndrome: the facts and the myths". Clin Occup Environ Med 5 (2): 353-67, viii. PMID 16647653. 2. ^ Werner R (2006). "Evaluation of work-related carpal tunnel syndrome". J Occup Rehabil 16 (2): 207-22. doi:10.1007/s10926-006-9026-3. PMID 16705490. 3. ^ Werner R, Franzblau A, Gell N, Ulin S, Armstrong T (2005). "A longitudinal study of industrial and clerical workers: predictors of upper extremity tendonitis". J Occup Rehabil 15 (1): 37-46. PMID 15794495
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16. Selling Our Product -Wrap-It Bandages are 100% Latex Free -13 Colors, 5 Sizes -Steam and Gas Sterilizable -Machine Washable/looks the same after washing, doesn’t lose durability -No Hooks to lose -Allows Uniform Compression and Support -Great Carpal Tunnel Support without limiting movement -Can be cut for special use and won’t fray or tear -Breathable Fabric, won’t make you sweat -Absorbent, wicking ability -Not a rubber-based material -Won’t move once put in place -Our Dk Blue and Dk Green are specific dye lot recognized by laser light -Non-flammable -Reduces the chance of skin tears and adhesive burns -Wraps remove with no trauma to the skin -Leaves no residue after removal -Accommodates underlying tissue expansion or shrinkage
19. WRAP-IT™ BANDAGES 912 FRANKLIN AVENUE LEXINGTON, MO 64067 660-259-9160 660-259-9158 www.lexwrapit.com Contact us 8 am to 5 pm Central Standard Time Monday thru Friday